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Creek County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Creek County, Oklahoma. Serving a population of 73.332 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Sapulpa • Land Area: 949,894 sq mi • State: Oklahoma (OK)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Creek County Courthouse / Recording Office, Sapulpa, OK 74066

Seat of government for Creek County in Sapulpa, OK.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(405) 429-5047

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 40037 • Coordinates: 35.9074° N, -96.3802° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Creek County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Creek County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by 28 O.S. § 32 & 68 O.S. § 3201
First Page Base Fee
$18.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$2.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
$0.75 per $500 Documentary Stamp Tax
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Oklahoma:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Creek County

License Fee $50.00 ($5.00 with verified premarital counseling)
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 30 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Creek County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Issued by Court Clerk. Huge discount for completing 4 hours of premarital education.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $20.00
Death Cert $15.00
Marriage Cert $10.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Oklahoma State Department of Health Vital Records Service and the local Creek County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Creek County

Filing Fee: $25.00
1. Filing Authority

In Creek County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Oklahoma Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Oklahoma.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade name filed with the Oklahoma Secretary of State.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

Download Official Oklahoma Real Estate Deeds & Legal Forms

Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Oklahoma county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Creek County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Creek County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Creek County office is located at Creek County Courthouse / Recording Office, Sapulpa, OK 74066. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (405) 429-5047.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Creek County?
Under Oklahoma statute (28 O.S. § 32 & 68 O.S. § 3201), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Creek County costs $18.00 for the first page, plus $2.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $0.75 per $500 Documentary Stamp Tax.
How do I obtain a marriage license in Creek County, OK?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Creek County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $50.00 ($5.00 with verified premarital counseling). Oklahoma requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 30 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Creek County?
In Creek County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Oklahoma Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $25.00. Trade name filed with the Oklahoma Secretary of State.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Creek County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $20.00 and death certificates starting at $15.00) can be requested through the Oklahoma State Department of Health Vital Records Service or directly at the Creek County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.